Kings & Kweens: The Date Night Podcast
A live, touring blind-dating show where one single meets three contenders in front of a rowdy, flag-waving audience.
Less a traditional podcast and more a touring stage show that's recorded, The DNP is a spectacle of modern dating rituals performed for a live audience. The format turns dates into a spectator sport, with the crowd acting as a real-time focus group, waving flags and cheering for their favorites. It captures the raw, unedited, and often awkward moments of a first date, amplified by the pressure of a live performance.
“The most distinctive element is the direct audience participation using physical green and red flags, which makes the crowd a central character in every episode. Unlike studio-based dating shows, its live, touring nature gives each season a unique, local flavor.”
Who hosts this show
Kings & Kweens is a live speed dating podcast created by Declan Brown and Andrew Inserra of Backpocket Productions. Hosted by comedian Tobi Shamu, each show crowns a "King" or "Kween" who goes on three 10-minute blind dates on stage. The show tours different US cities, recording in front of a live audience that participates by waving green and red flags to signal their approval or disapproval of the daters.
Credentials & credits
- Comedian
- Host
Other ventures
- Backpocket Productions (Production Company)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Should Men Always Plan the Date?Jun 11, 2026 · 43s
- 02Being There For Others When No One Was There For MeJun 10, 2026 · 45s
- 03Rate Your Attraction to Your NeighborJun 9, 2026 · 38s
- 04Passenger Princess Who Prefers to Drive — Make It Make Sense"Jun 7, 2026 · 16s
- 05I Admitted My Struggle to 300 People — Now I Have to Own ItJun 6, 2026 · 28s
- 06
- 07
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01ESPN's #1 Hockey Hair. 2016. Peaked and Proud. | DNP Minneapolis S12 E3 ft. King Dan Sandvig
A classic episode that showcases the show's ability to pull funny and unique backstories from its contestants, centering on a guest who won a national 'All Hockey Hair Team' award a decade prior.
- 02He Ghosted Her in High School. Then He Showed Up. | DNP Minneapolis S12 E4 ft. Kween Savanna
This episode highlights the comedic and relatable anecdotes the show surfaces, with the main guest revealing the funny nicknames she and her friends have for her past dates.
- 03He Wanted Decisive He Got a Ten Who Already Knew She'd Win.| DNP Minneapolis S12 E5 ft. King Colbey
Demonstrates the show's interactive format and continuity, featuring a returning guest and a contestant who makes a bold first impression by showing a picture of her cat.
What you'll be asked on this show
Tobi's style is that of a live event emcee and facilitator. He begins by warming up the audience, often with a comedic monologue about his own dating life. He introduces the main guest using details from their application, asking broad questions about their current mindset ("Where's your head at coming into tonight?") and dating history. His key questions probe for self-awareness ("What's a toxic trait you keep falling for?") and establish clear preferences ("What are some green flags you'd like to see?"). His most recognizable move comes after a date, when he has the pair close their eyes and rate their physical attraction on a 1-10 scale using their fingers, creating a moment of high tension and audience reaction.
Host Tobi Shamu acts as emcee and comedian, opening with a stand-up set to warm up the live crowd before facilitating the dates. The format is structured but highly interactive: one main contestant (King/Kween) is introduced, then has three separate 10-minute dates with contenders. Tobi interjects with questions, often sourced from the live Twitch stream, before a winner is chosen for a second date.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
13 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
9- Q.01
“What's a toxic trait you've repeatedly fallen for in the past?”
This is a recurring question asked early to gauge the main contestant's self-awareness and dating patterns.
- Q.02
“What are some green flags you'd like to see tonight?”
The host asks this to set expectations and understand what the main guest is looking for in a match.
- Q.03
“What are some red flags that would make you pump the brakes?”
Asked during the initial interview to establish the guest's dealbreakers for the audience and contestants.
- Q.04
“How are you feeling tonight—excited or nervous?”
A standard check-in question at the top of the show to gauge the guest's emotional state.
- Q.05
“What does life look like for you when you're not working?”
Used to get a sense of the guest's hobbies, passions, and daily life outside of their career.
- Q.06
“What's something you learned from a past relationship that you're bringing into a new one?”
This question probes for relationship growth and maturity.
- Q.07
“Is being friends with exes a green flag or a red flag?”
A common scenario-based question to understand a contestant's views on past relationships.
- Q.08
“What is the most attractive thing about the person sitting across from you?”
The host often asks this after a mini-date to gauge immediate attraction and force a compliment.
- Q.09
“Dog person or cat person?”
A lighthearted, rapid-fire question to quickly establish personal preferences.
mindset
2- Q.01
“Where's your head at coming into tonight?”
This question explores the guest's current dating mindset and what they hope to get out of the experience.
- Q.02
“What does tonight need to look like for you to feel it was worth it?”
This closing question for the initial interview sets the stakes for the rest of the show.
process
1- Q.01
“How do you handle arguments?”
This question is used during the dates to understand a contestant's conflict resolution style.
future
1- Q.01
“What are your thoughts on having kids in the future?”
A direct question to understand a guest's long-term life goals and family plans.
Signature segments
- · Live audience participation with physical green and red flags.
- · Host's opening stand-up comedy set.
- · Crowning a 'King' or 'Kween' for the episode.
- · Having daters rate their attraction on a 1-10 scale with their eyes closed.
- · Live-streamed show with questions from the Twitch chat.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The main contestants are typically singles in their 20s and early 30s with established careers (web designers, medical sales, business owners) who are willing to be vulnerable and entertaining about their dating lives on a public stage. Contenders are similarly vetted singles from the same local area.
- Colby Wadsworthon He Wanted Decisive He Got a Ten Who Already Knew She'd Win.| DNP Minneapolis S12 E5 ft. King Colbey
- Savanna Hatzenbuhleron He Ghosted Her in High School. Then He Showed Up. | DNP Minneapolis S12 E4 ft. Kween Savanna
- Dan Sandvigon ESPN's #1 Hockey Hair. 2016. Peaked and Proud. | DNP Minneapolis S12 E3 ft. King Dan Sandvig
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show integrates sponsors directly into the live events, with host-read ads for local venues (Graze North Loop) and national brands, particularly in the alcohol (Casamigos, -196) and lifestyle sectors (RUMBLE). The estimated audience is primarily singles in their 20s and 30s in major US cities where the show tours.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who is the host of the podcast?
- The host is comedian Tobi Shamu.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a live dating show where one single (a 'King' or 'Kween') goes on three 10-minute blind dates on stage in front of an audience, who use red and green flags to react. The King or Kween then picks one winner for a second date.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the show is actively releasing episodes and touring new cities.
- How can I be on the show?
- The show's website, datenightpod.com, has a sign-up form for future shows in various cities.
- Where can I watch or listen?
- Full episodes are available on the Kings & Kweens YouTube channel, with audio versions on platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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